General Laborer

Job summary

The General Laborer supports daily plant operations by assisting with raw material unloading, processing tasks, and equipment sanitation. They are also responsible for maintaining a safe work environment and reporting any operational or safety issues to the shift manager.

Job details

We are seeking a dependable and hardworking General Laborer to join our production team. In this role, you will support daily plant operations by assisting with the unloading of raw materials, supporting various processing areas, and ensuring the cleanliness and sanitation of equipment and the Plant. The General Laborer plays an important role in maintaining a safe, efficient, and productive work environment. RESPONSIBILITIES Key Responsibilities * Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment. * Follow all plant safety policies, procedures, and sanitation standards. * Report on equipment issues, safety concerns, or operational challenges to the Shift Manager on duty. * Work collaboratively with production, maintenance, and quality teams. * Provide relief coverage for other General Laborers during breaks, vacation, and sickness. * Operate forklifts safely and in accordance with company policies and procedures. * Perform other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications: * Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting and carrying of materials. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Reliable, hardworking, and safety conscious. * With a “CAN DO” attitude and a strong commitment to safety. * Ability to follow instructions and comply with Health, Safety, and Food Safety policies and procedures. * Flexible and adaptable to changing operational needs. * Forklift operating experience is required. * Previous manufacturing, production or general labor experience is considered an asset. Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Cavendish Farms is a family-run company, where our team members are never just a number. We work from seed-to-table, providing opportunities to explore and grow. Headquartered in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen potato products and appetizers throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have Manufacturing facilities in PEI, Ontario, Alberta, and North Dakota and farm operations in the Maritimes and Minnesota and North Dakota. We also operate a research and plant breeding centre in PEI to develop new potato varieties and sustainable potato farming practices. We have a proud history of values, quality and service, And bringing the goodness of the farm to the table is what we do best.

What you’ll do

The General Laborer supports daily plant operations by assisting with raw material unloading, processing tasks, and equipment sanitation. They are also responsible for maintaining a safe work environment and reporting any operational or safety issues to the shift manager.

Requirements

Candidates must be able to perform physically demanding work and possess valid forklift operating experience. A strong commitment to safety, the ability to follow instructions, and a reliable, hardworking attitude are essential.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Forklift operation · Preferred
• Material Handling · Preferred
• Physical stamina · Preferred
• Sanitation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Forklift operation
• Sanitation
• Safety compliance
• Material handling
• Equipment maintenance
• Teamwork
• Physical stamina
• Operational support
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Plant Breeding
• Plant Safety
• Research
• Cleanliness
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Forklift Truck
• Operations
• Loading And Unloading

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Food & Beverage
• Trades
• Logistics
• General Laborer
• Warehouse Worker
• Freight Handlers
• Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand

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